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Ford Capri vs Kia EV5
Selected trimAirChange trim329 mi · 81 kWh · £39,345
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Capri leads on charging speed and running costs, while the Kia EV5 stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Capri if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Capri edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Ford
6.4
Kia
6.7
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Ford
4
Kia
3.7
Too close to call
Family
Ford
7.9
Kia
8.2
Too close to call
ChargingFord
Ford
4.6
Kia
3.2
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
4.7
Kia
3
City Driving
Ford
5.1
Kia
4.8
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Kia EV5Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,985 (better) | £39,345 |
| Official range | 286 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 572 L (better) | 513 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 31 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 8.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Capri
Kia EV5
Length
Ford Capri4,634mm
Kia EV54,615mm-19mm
Width
Ford Capri1,872mm-3mm
Kia EV51,875mm
Height
Ford Capri1,626mm-89mm
Kia EV51,715mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Kia EV5Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm (better) | 1,875 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,626 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare (better) | 525 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Kia EV5Air |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 6 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 572 L (better) | 513 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1510 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh |  Kia EV5 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.62m-19mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.88m+3mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.72m+89mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.75m-17mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 572L (better) | 513L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1510L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,914kg (better) | 2,094kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 81kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi | 329 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 127kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,985 (better) | £39,345 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,485 (-£1,500) | £39,345 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Kia EV5Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 286 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 235 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 31 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 127 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 156 Wh/km (better) | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 81 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Kia EV5Air |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 8.3 sec |
| Power | 140 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Kia EV5
Air
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Ford Capri
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Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Kia EV5 Air
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist80%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Kia EV5Air |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Owners love
- Owners report realistic ranges of 300 miles or more and good efficiency, especially on the rear-wheel-drive car.
- It is comfortable and easy to drive, with light steering and a good driving position.
- The boot is large and the cabin roomy for a coupe-SUV, so it works as a family car.
Watch out for
- The FordPass app is slow to connect and less capable than rival apps.
- The infotainment menus are jumbled, and the touch-sensitive steering wheel buttons draw criticism.
- There are no physical climate controls.
Owner tips
- Try the FordPass app before you buy if you rely on remote charging and preconditioning.
- Use phone mirroring for navigation rather than the built-in menus.
Kia EV5
Air
Owners love
- Attractive design that looks better in person than photos, with a practical five-seat family SUV layout offering good cargo space
- Excellent year-round range performance, easily exceeding 250 miles in real-world conditions including winter driving
- Good value proposition with more equipment on trim levels compared to competitors like VW ID.5
Watch out for
- Multiple owners report serious electrical issues including screen blanking while driving, charging system faults, and central control unit failures
- Repetitive design language across Kia's EV lineup (EV3, EV5, EV9) feels like scaled-down versions lacking creative distinction
- UK pricing expected to exceed £40,000, triggering expensive VED costs from April 2025
Owner tips
- Test drive in winter conditions and verify real-world range before purchasing, as cold weather performance varies significantly across EV models
- Check door opening width during test drives, as some competitors have poor accessibility for passengers with mobility needs
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV5 worth the extra £2,360 over the Ford Capri?
The Kia EV5 costs £2,360 more than the Ford Capri. For that premium it adds 43 miles more WLTP range. The Ford Capri is not just cheaper - it also offers 59 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Capri comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Capri or the Kia EV5?
The Ford Capri is £2,360 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Capri comes out roughly £2,440 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Capri and Kia EV5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Ford Capri and 235 miles for the Kia EV5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV5 goes roughly 43 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Capri or the Kia EV5?
The two are within 3 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Capri and about 525 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Capri or the Kia EV5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Capri and 89% for the Kia EV5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Ford Capri's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia EV5's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .